Designating George C. Marshall House as Park Area

Official: A bill to designate the General George C. Marshall House in the Commonwealth of Virginia, as an affiliated area of the National Park System, and for other purposes.

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Public Lands and Natural ResourcesGeography and mappingParks, recreation areas, trailsU.S. historyMilitary historyVirginiaHistoric sites and heritage areas

Why This Matters

This bill designates the General George C. Marshall House in Virginia as an affiliated area of the National Park System to honor its historical significance.

If you care about preserving American history, this bill helps protect an important landmark.

Affects: Visitors, historians, and local residents will benefit from the preservation and recognition of this historic site.

What changes is this bill making?

1. The bill establishes the General George C. Marshall House as part of the National Park System. 2. It aims to honor George C. Marshall's contributions to the military and government. 3. The George C. Marshall International Center will manage the site. 4. The Secretary of the Interior can assist with funding for the site's preservation and promotion. 5. The bill does not allow the government to buy property or take full financial control of the site.

Who is affected?

Visitors, historians, and local residents will benefit from the preservation and recognition of this historic site.

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